Middle_Eastern
Middle Eastern - Rice and Grains
Sfiha Spiced Rice / Pilaf
Chef's Menu Description
Fragrant grains expertly cooked with seasonal aromatics, fresh herbs, and rich stock for a satisfying, flavourful centerpiece.
Ingredients
- • 400g minced lamb
- • 1 1/2 cups basmati rice, rinsed
- • 1 onion, finely diced
- • 2 tbsp tomato paste
- • 1 tsp ground allspice
- • 1 tbsp pomegranate molasses
- • 3 cups beef stock
- • 1/4 cup pine nuts
- • 2 tbsp olive oil
Preparation Steps
1
Phase 1
Brown the lamb with the onion in the olive oil, breaking up any lumps.
2
Phase 2
Add the tomato paste and allspice and fry for 2 minutes until darkened.
3
Phase 3
Stir in the rice until every grain is coated.
4
Phase 4
Add the stock and pomegranate molasses, bring to a boil, cover, and simmer 18 minutes.
5
Phase 5
Toast the pine nuts and scatter them over the rested rice.